Events and Happenings

Multi-day events

Ocean City Pops Star-Spangled Spectacular

Thursday, July 3, and Friday, July 4, 8 p.m.

Carey Stadium, Sixth Street and Atlantic Avenue, Ocean City

Join Maestro Vince Lee and the Pops for the fifth annual Star-Spangled Spectacular. The free outdoor concerts will feature patriotic favorites and other hits. Seating is available on the field and bleachers. Bring a beach chair or towel for field seating.

Brigantine Family Fun Days

Friday, July 4, and Saturday, July 5, 4–9 p.m.

Brigantine Community Center, 265 42nd St., Brigantine

Enjoy rides, games, food, giveaways, live entertainment and vendors during this two-day event, presented by the City of Brigantine and the Brigantine Chamber of Commerce.

Family Night in Ocean City

Mondays and Wednesdays, 7–9 p.m.

Ocean City Boardwalk, from Sixth to 14th streets

Family-friendly fun with jugglers, music, costumed characters and more. Visit www.oceancityvacation.com for details.

Mummers Nights

Tuesdays and Thursdays, 7–9 p.m.

Ocean City Boardwalk

The Mummers strut the boards twice a week. Performances begin at Sixth and 14th streets and meet at 10th Street. For updates, visit www.oceancityvacation.com.

Beach Walks in Ocean City

Tuesdays, 9 a.m., and Wednesdays, 6:30 p.m.

59th Street and Central Avenue

Walks begin at the entrance to Corson’s Inlet State Park. For details, visit www.oceancityvacation.com.

Thursday, July 3

Thrilling Thursdays in Margate

7 p.m.

Huntington Avenue and the beach, Margate

Enjoy a movie under the stars. Pre-movie activities start at 6:30 p.m., with refreshments from Jace’s Pizza. Visit www.margatehasmore.com for the full schedule.

Friday, July 4

Beach Exercise: Low Impact

8–9 a.m.

Sixth Street Beach, Ocean City

Free low-impact classes are held every Friday. Bring a towel and a friend. Call 609-398-6900 for more information.

Ocean City Walking Club

8–10 a.m.

Ocean City Music Pier, 825 Boardwalk

Meet outside the ticket booth for a boardwalk walk. Open to all ages and fitness levels. Weather permitting.

First Friday in Downtown Mays Landing

2–7 p.m.

Main Street and Route 50, Mays Landing

Live music, art, vendors, and food in a small-town setting.

Saturday, July 5

Dunes Art Gallery Exhibition

5 p.m.

1206 W. Brigantine Ave., Brigantine

View works by Ben Howard, Anthony Torcasio and Dave Weeks. Meet the artists at this opening reception. Visit www.dunesartgallery.com.

Sunday, July 6

Storybook Land Classic Car Show

11 a.m.–5 p.m.

6415 E. Black Horse Pike, Egg Harbor Township

Storybook Land hosts its 31st annual classic car show. Enjoy vintage cars and live music by Real Rock Drive. Tickets available at the gate or at www.storybookland.com.

Ocean City Pops Presents: Good Witch/Bad Witch

7:30 p.m.

Ocean City Music Pier, 825 Boardwalk

Featuring Broadway performers from “Wicked.” Tickets available at the box office or www.oceancityvacation.com/boxoffice.

Monday, July 7

Beach Exercise: Yoga

8–9 a.m.

Sixth Street Beach, Ocean City

Free yoga classes hosted by the Ocean City Aquatic & Fitness Center. Call 609-398-6900.

EHT Monday Morning Madness

11 a.m.

Robert J. Lincoln Amphitheater, Tony Canale Park, Egg Harbor Township

Enjoy magic by Bill Kerwood. Weather permitting. Visit www.ehtrec.com for info.

Monday Music Under the Tent

6 p.m.

Margate Public Library, 8100 Atlantic Ave., Margate

The Timberdale Brass Quintet will perform under the tent. Seating is limited.

Jon Anderson & The Band Geeks

7 p.m.

Ocean City Music Pier, 825 Boardwalk

Jon Anderson of Yes performs classic hits. Presented by the City of Ocean City and BRE Presents.

Tuesday, July 8

Funtastic Tuesdays

10 a.m.–1 p.m.

Downtown Asbury Avenue, Ocean City

Enjoy live entertainment while shopping between Sixth and 11th streets. Visit www.oceancityvacation.com.

Ocean City Bicycle Auction

10 a.m.–noon

Shelter Road off Tennessee Avenue

Bicycles for sale. Registration begins at 9 a.m. Call 609-525-9356 for details.

OCTC Presents: “Elephant & Piggy’s We Are in a Play”

10:30 a.m.

Ocean City Music Pier, 825 Boardwalk

Presented by Ocean City Theatre Company. Tickets at www.oceancitytheatrecompany.com.

Village Film Society

10:30 a.m.

Via Zoom

Discuss “My Cousin Vinny” with Tom Celandine. RSVP by July 3 to tserota@jfsatlantic.org or call 609-287-8872.

Senior Dance Society

7:30–10 p.m.

Somers Point Fire Co. No. 1, 447 Bethel Road

Live music and dancing. Email kookiecar@yahoo.com for more info.

Wednesday, July 9

Beach Exercise: Pilates

8–9 a.m.

Sixth Street Beach, Ocean City

Free Pilates class hosted by Ocean City Aquatic & Fitness Center. Call 609-398-6900.

Wacky Wednesday: Taffy Sculpting

10:30 a.m.

Ocean City Music Pier, 825 Boardwalk

Free contest for the first 200 participants. Must be present at 10:30 a.m.

ACAA Garden Party

6 p.m.

Jonathan Pitney House, 57 N. Shore Road, Absecon

Live music, art sale and pot-decorating contest. Tickets $30. Visit www.abseconarts.com.

Somers Point Pinochle Club

6–8:30 p.m.

Somers Point Senior Center, 22 N. Ambler Road

All are welcome to join weekly games.

Ocean City Pops: The Great American Hit Parade

7:30 p.m.

Ocean City Music Pier, 825 Boardwalk

Featuring music by Gershwin, Porter and Kern. Tickets at www.oceancityvacation.com/boxoffice.

Thursday, July 10

Market Days

10 a.m.–1 p.m.

Downtown Asbury Avenue, Ocean City

Enjoy free entertainment while shopping along Asbury Avenue between Sixth and 11th streets. Visit www.oceancityvacation.com for more details.

Lunch Around Town

Noon–1:30 p.m.

Fitzpatrick’s Deli, 650 New Road, Somers Point

Join JFS Village for a social lunch outing. Pay individually off the menu. RSVP by July 8 to tserota@jfsatlantic.org or call 609-287-8872.

Wednesday, July 16

Brunch & Learn: Margins of Memory

10:30 a.m.–noon

Beth El Synagogue, 500 N. Jerome Ave., Margate

Learn about the often-overlooked history of the Roma and Sinti communities in Europe. RSVP by July 8 to tserota@jfsatlantic.org or call 609-287-8872.

Bus Trips

Phillies vs. Yankees in New York

Saturday, July 26, 10 a.m.

Departing from the EHT Community Center

Cost is $125 per person and includes roundtrip transportation, game ticket and a $20 food voucher. Game time is 1:05 p.m. Register at www.ehtrec.com or call 609-272-8120.

Health and Wellness

Coffee Talk

Saturdays, 11 a.m.

Atlantic Community Wellness Center, 1125 Atlantic Ave., Suite 617, Atlantic City

This gratitude-themed group supports well-being and optimism. Call 609-652-3800 or email jgimbel@mhanj.org.

Monday Meditation and Stretching

Mondays, 11:30 a.m.

Mental Health Association, 4 E. Jimmie Leeds Road, Galloway

Includes a short meditation, light stretching and discussion. All are welcome. Call 609-652-3800 or email jgimbel@mhanj.org.

Depression and Anxiety Group

Tuesdays, 5:30 p.m.

Atlantic Community Wellness Center, 1125 Atlantic Ave., Suite 617, Atlantic City

Peer-led support group for adults. No cost to attend. Call 609-652-3800 or email jgimbel@mhanj.org.

LGBTQ Support Group

Tuesday, July 8, 6 p.m.

Family Success Center, 310 Bellevue Ave., Hammonton

Support group for LGBTQ individuals. Call 609-652-3800 ext. 0315 or email jgimbel@mhanj.org.

MHA Atlantic Family Meetings

Thursday, July 10, 10 a.m.

Virtual

Support for families affected by mental health and/or substance use. Meetings held the second and fourth Thursday at 10 a.m., and third Wednesday at 7 p.m. Email gchristian@mhanj.org or call 609-652-3800 ext. 0301 for the link.

NAMI Family Support and Connection Meeting